OPS FOOD SUPPORT WORKER - 50601593

State of Florida; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

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Benefits eligibility

Job summary

The Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs is seeking an OPS Food Support Worker to assist in daily food service operations at our Pembroke Pines facility. You will work under the Food Service Director and Supervisor to ensure smooth meal production and service.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability, ability to lift 50 pounds, basic computer skills, and strong English communication. Eligible for benefits with 30+ hours per week in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (written and spoken).
• Basic computer skills required.
• Excellent customer and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Willing to work weekends/holidays and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily food service operations under supervision.
• Ensure clean and sanitary kitchen conditions and safety procedures.
• Prepare and plate hot and cold foods according to recipes.
• Estimate food requirements and maintain inventory.
• Assist with purchases and incoming shipments.
• Support catering events and meal charges.

Skills

English communication

Computer skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Weight lifting 50 lb

Job description

Requisition No:883970

Working Title: OPS FOOD SUPPORT WORKER - 50601593

Hourly: $15.00

May be eligible for benefits (if worked average 30+ hours/week)

The Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs is an agency dedicated to serving those who served U.S. We are seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to join our team. Our skilled nursing facility boasts a loyal team of long-term employees and a fantastic work culture!

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be willing and able to workweekends and holidays as required.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime.
• Must be willing and able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English; writing, speaking, reading & understanding.
• Must have excellent customer skills and interpersonal skills.
• Successful completion of the employment screening process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test. https://info.flclearinghouse.com

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with food service in a cafeteria style setting.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS

• Incumbent will work under the supervision of the Food Service Director with direct supervision from Food Production and Services Supervisor in the day-to-day food service operation.
• Responsible for compliance with state and facility safety procedures in the operation of production and cleaning of equipment.
• Responsible for ensuring that clean and sanitary conditions are maintained in all areas of the kitchen food preparation and serving lines; turn on and set temperature on grills, stoves, deep fryer, and broiler.
• Operate and maintain equipment used according to FDVA procedures.
• Responsible for estimating food requirements; preparation and cooking of all types of hot and cold food items according to menu and approved recipes.
• Cut and de-bone ham, poultry, and fish. Slice meat according to menu needs.
• Place food items on serving lines and keep serving line well stocked.
• Maintain, check, and control kitchen inventory to determine quantities available as well as amounts needed for operation.
• Assist with purchase requests for food, cleaning supplies, utensils, pots and pans, dishes, and paper products.
• Verify incoming shipments and receipts in the absence of stock person.
• Attending in-service training classes and performs related duties assigned by supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as required including special catering events and meal charges.

This position is in the Other Personnel Service (Temporary) system.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location: PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33025

Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.